Question

The production and use of plastic bags has an environmental Impact. The high-density polyethylene (HDPE) used in plastic bags is made from ethylene. The process of burning fossil fuels to make ethylene emits the largest amount of carbon dioxide in the chemical Industry.
Plastic bags, although sturdy, are so lightweight that they can easily fly awayl Discarded plastic bags can be found on land and in rivers, lakes, and oceans. Some animals may get tangled in plastic bags, while other animals may eat them.
Plastic bags eaten by an animal may block Its digestive tract, leading to illness and death.
Since plastic bags are so sturdy, they do not break down easily in the environment.
How has the production of ethylene and its use in plastic bags impacted society? Select all that apply.
After a plastic bag tears, It will quickly bre down in the environment.
The process of making ethylene from fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into Earth's atmosphere.
Plastic bags can be dangerous to animals when they are found in rivers, in oceans, and on land.
Plastic bags are a low-cost way to transport goods.

Answer 1

The impact of the production of ethylene and its use in plastic bags on society includes the following:

1. **The process of making ethylene from fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into Earth's atmosphere.**
2. **Plastic bags can be dangerous to animals when they are found in rivers, in oceans, and on land.**
3. **Plastic bags are a low-cost way to transport goods.**

The statement "After a plastic bag tears, it will quickly break down in the environment" is incorrect, as plastic bags are known for their durability and take a long time to break down.